Optical coherence tomography findings in bipolar disorder - A hospital-based case-control study by Shabir Ahmad Dar, Rayees Ahmad Wani, Ruqaiya, Ishfaq Ahmad Sofi, Inaamul Haq

“…Aim: To evaluate the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL), macular, and subfoveal choroidal thickness (SFCT) in patients with bipolar disorder type-1 (BD-1) and healthy controls. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional hospital-based study in which 49 patients of BD-1 were in different phases of illness, and an equal number of normal healthy controls were taken. …”
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Effects of specific symbiotic supplements on anthropometric measurements, glycaemic control, and lipid profiles among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus in two teaching hosp... by Sarah Hayder Ali Zalzala, Ban Abdul-Ridha Salman Al-Hashimi, Zahraa Hayder Ali Zalzala, Khalid Saeed Fahad

“…However, these studies’ limited sources, small sample sizes, and varied study designs have led to inconsistent outcomes regarding glycaemic control. This study aimed to investigate the effects of symbiotics on the anthropometric measures, glycaemic control, and lipid profiles of patients with T2DM. …”
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DESIGNING LIGHTING CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR DEVELOPING IMAGE SCANNING DEVICE OF BULLET AND CARTRIDGE CASE TRACE by Hoang Cong Son, Le Duy Tuan, Nguyen Trong Hung, Mai Dang Linh, Dinh Thi Huyen Trang*

“…The lighting system is designed in concentric rings to optimize illumination on the sample surface, such as: illuminance on the sample surface reaching 10,000 lx; light source type: white LED; total number of circularly arranged lights: 80 LEDs, divided into 2tworings, each with eight equally spaced zones; a side lighting module comprising 10 LEDs arranged in 2 rows of 5 LEDs each; and the ability to adjust lighting intensity and switch individual zones on/off via computer-controlled software. …”
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Patient-Controlled Intravenous Analgesia for Advanced Cancer Patients with Pain: A Retrospective Series Study by Zhiyou Peng, Yanfeng Zhang, Jianguo Guo, Xuejiao Guo, Zhiying Feng

“…To compare the efficacy and side effects of patient-controlled intravenous analgesia (PCIA) with hydromorphone, sufentanil, and oxycodone on the management of advanced cancer patients with pain. …”
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Effect of controlling the number of natural microorganisms on the taste and aroma of tuak (North Sumatra traditional beverage) by Sumy Ester Hutasoit, Nina Juliana Roberta Turnip, Yoli Agnesia, Merry Meryam Martgrita

“…A total of 10 mL of each starter with a concentration of 0.007 g/mL was added to a container containing sterile nira. …”
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The impact of earthquake preparedness training on mothers with physically disabled children: a randomized controlled study by Abdullah Adıyaman, Veysel Can, Abdullah Sarman

“…The study was conducted at a special education and rehabilitation center in a province in eastern Turkey between January and April 2024, using a pre-test/post-test control group experimental design. A total of 78 mothers participated, with 39 randomly assigned to the experimental group and 39 to the control group. …”
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Comparison of barbed suture and nonbarbed suture for laparoscopic cholecystoduodenostomy in rabbits: a randomized controlled trial by Yuan Li, Xiaofeng Yang, Chuang Zhang, Lixia Zhou, Chi Sun, Suolin Li

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Efficacy of aquatic exercises on balance in children with sickle cell anemia: A randomized controlled trial by Omar Abd El-Hameed Abd El-Fattah Ghetas, Azza Abd El-Aziz Abd El-Hady, El-Sayed Ali Shaheen Ali, Amira El-Sayed El-Bagalaty

“…Their ages ranged from 5-10 years with a mean value of 7.30± 1.66 years in the study group (A) and 7.26 ±1.70 in the control group (B). They were divided into two equal groups: the study group (A) and the control group (B). …”
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Improving retention of pediatric feeding tubes with a nasal bridle: a randomized controlled trial by Megan Foster, Veronica Armijo-Garcia, Jonathan Gelfond, Andrew D. Meyer

“…Secondary outcomes included days to feeding tube dislodgement, number of dislodgements per 10 tube days, resource use, and complications from tube securement. Results A total of 35 patients were randomized and equally split to the bridle (n = 17) and tape arm (n = 18). …”
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Exposure and response prevention versus risperidone for the treatment of tic disorders: a randomized controlled trial by Jolande M. T. M. van de Griendt, Jolande M. T. M. van de Griendt, Danielle C. Cath, Danielle C. Cath, Agnes A. A. C. M. Wertenbroek, Cara W. J. Verdellen, Judith J. G. Rath, Irene G. Klugkist, Sebastiaan F. T. M. de Bruijn, Marc J. P. M. Verbraak, Marc J. P. M. Verbraak

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Digital Therapeutics–Based Cardio-Oncology Rehabilitation for Lung Cancer Survivors: Randomized Controlled Trial by Guangqi Li, Xueyan Zhou, Junyue Deng, Jiao Wang, Ping Ai, Jingyuan Zeng, Xuelei Ma, Hu Liao

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Comparative Effects of Two Acupuncture Protocols in the Management of Chronic Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Li L, Xia M, Chen X, Wang F, Li J, Zhao N, Liu Z, Chen Y

“…The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) were used to evaluate daytime functional impairment.Results: Totally 76 patients were included in this study and randomly assigned to the treatment group (n=38) and the control group (n=38). …”
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Did the reform of the public hospitals' pay system increase the physicians' pay in China? A cross-sectional study by Yaxin Zhao, Zhongliang Zhou, Xiaohui Zhai, Guanping Liu, Zhichao Wang, Qiwei Deng

“…We employed coarsened exact matching and hierarchical linear analysis to investigate the relationship between the RPHPS and pay, as well as the factors influencing pay.ResultsThe total annual pay and annual performance-based pay of physicians in the exposure group were significantly higher by 6.3% (coef: 0.06; p < 0.01) and 19.2% (coef: 0.19; p < 0.001), respectively, compared to the control group. …”
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Age-Related Differences in Bimanual Isometric Force Tracking by Elisa Galofaro, Nicola Vale, Giulia Ballardini, Nicola Smania, Maura Casadio

“…This study used an isometric force tracking task to investigate bimanual force control in young and older adults. Participants were instructed to apply equal isometric force with both hands simultaneously by pushing against two decoupled plates, simulating the lateral faces of a box. …”
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Integrated transportation system planning with gravitational search algorithm approach based on fuzzy mutant controller by Alireza Hosseinzadeh Kashani, Seyed Ahmad Shayannia, Mohammad Mehdi Movahedi, Soheila Sardar

“…In the relationships of the second chapter, the value of a equals 20 and G0 equals 100, and initially <strong>K0 = N</strong>, where <strong>N </strong>is the number of factors, and decreases linearly to 1.…”
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Investigation of Population Changes and Determination of the Bean Pod Borer Helicoverpa armigera (Lepidoptera:Noctuidae) Peak in Bean Phaseolus vulgaris Linnaeus Fields by Pheromon... by Sedighe Ashtari

“…Traps were placed at a height equal to the tallest part of the plant using wooden stakes. …”
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A Randomized, Sham-Controlled Trial on the Efficacy and Safety of Electroacupuncture for Lumbar Disc Herniation with Radiculopathy: Rationale and Study Protocol by Yang Y, Liu L, Yuan L, Liu X, Ding H, Zhou X, Cao Q

“…Blinding validity will be assessed via James’s and Bang’s indices.Conclusion: This rigorously designed randomized controlled trial will generate confirmatory evidence to support the efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture in the treatment of LDHR.Trial Registration No.: NCT06611332 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06611332).Keywords: electroacupuncture, lumbar disc herniation, radiculopathy, sham control, randomized controlled trial…”
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Comparison of ilioinguial/iliohyphogastic nerves block with wound-infiltration on postoperative pain – a randomised controlled trial by Robyna Irshad Khan, Malika Hameed, Summaiya Ahsan Ali

“…Conclusion: Illioinguinal/illiohypogastric nerve block and wound infiltration with ropivacaine were found to be equally effective methods in controlling postoperative pain. …”
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Healthcare Providers’ Adherence to COVID-19 Prevention and Control Practices in Health Records and Information Management, Ghana by Richard Okyere Boadu, Kwame Adu Okyere Boadu, Nathan Kumasenu Mensah, Godwin Adzakpah, Fortune Afaglo, Rosemary Bermaa Abrefa, Emmanuella Aryee, Nancy Gyamena Botwe, Dinah Baiden-Amissah, Dennis Bless Ashiavor, Larry Lee Mensah, Lovemond Kojo Asamoah, Judith Obiri-Yeboah

“…The EpiInfo 7 software’s StatCalc tool was used to choose a total sample size of 1268 from an estimated 4482 HCP-PR from the eight hospitals. …”
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The Adjunctive Effect of Quercetin on Postoperative Pain Management Following Cesarean Section: A Randomized Controlled Study by Mohamed Elmokadem E, Khaled Abou El Fadl D, Bassiouny AM, Mahmoud MMAE, Samy M, El Said NO

“…This study aimed to assess the efficacy of preoperative Quercetin administration on acute post-operative pain following cesarean section.Patients and Methods:  In this prospective, double-blinded, randomized controlled trial, 80 patients undergoing elective cesarean section under spinal anaesthesia were randomly allocated to receive either 500 mg oral Quercetin (n=40) or matching placebo (n=40) one hour before surgery. …”
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